One of the things that makes our military the best in the world is the certain knowledge of each soldier, sailor, airman, and Marine that they can always count on their comrades should they need help - that they will never be abandoned.

No judicial nomination should answer any question that is designed to reveal how the nominee will rule on any issue that could come before the court.

Efforts to protect critical computer networks have unfortunately not kept pace with the march of technology.

Big guy and little guy, it should make no difference. The rule of law demands neutrality.

Continuing to pay people unemployment compensation is a disincentive for them to seek new work.

Real leadership means tackling tough problems ourselves and not leaving them to our children.

I was pleased to see that Chief Justice [John] Roberts refused to prejudge issues or make promises in exchange for confirmation votes. We're all better off because of his principled stand.